Planet Terra, the pet-friendly cafe with vegan dishes is expanding!
The pet-friendly vegan café Planet Terra is expanding its presence in Dubai with the opening of a second location at the Ibis World Trade Centre Hotel. This announcement comes four months after celebrating its one-year anniversary in The Greens
The Saudi vegan chef revolutionizing her hometown Jeddah's food scene: Ola Kayal
Kayal trained at a three-Michelin-star restaurant in Europe and successfully launched Nabati, the plant-based ice cream business in Miami, Florida-USA; all before the age of 30. Now, she’s bringing her knowledge and passion for sustainability back to her hometown of Jeddah.
“Switch Foods” Launches its First UAE Facility in Abu Dhabi to Offer Homegrown Plant-Based Meat
Another local plant-based meat brand, Switch Foods, has launched its first UAE facility in the capital to cater to the increasing demand for sustainable and ethical food options.
The recent ban on vegan cheese in Turkey has been deemed by the TVD as a violation of rights.
The Vegan Association of Turkey (TVD) has filed a lawsuit against the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry, considering the ban a violation of consumer and manufacturer rights across the country.
Thryve™️ Plant-Based Meat Factory Launches in Dubai, Boosting Sustainability and Food Security in the Region!
Dubai witnessed the opening of the first fully plant-based meat processing plant in the Middle East today, operated under the "Thryve" brand.
Beirut: The Interfaith Green Iftar Is Hosted By Lebanese Vegans Social Hub
Salam and peace be upon you! I am thrilled to share my experience as a speaker at the Interfaith Green Iftar event held last week in Beirut, Lebanon.
HRH Prince Khaled bin Alwaleed bin Talal Al Saud, on the Future of Alternative Meats.
Advances in food technology and alternative meat companies like Beyond Meat and Impossible Foods are making vegan eating a preferred option.
The "Year of Sustainability" in the UAE: Promoting Responsible Consumption and eco-friendly fashion
The UAE is on a mission to make sustainable living a way of life.
The Rise of Vegan Beauty Products in the Middle East
The trend of ethical consumerism is driving people in key countries in the Middle East and Africa to embrace the vegan culture. This is propelling the growth of this regional market.
Veganism in the UAE: A Growing Trend in the F&B Industry!
Abdul Kader Saadi, the managing director of Glee Hospitality Solutions, provides insight into the state of veganism in the UAE. Veganism has emerged as the most prominent and widely-discussed dietary practice.
Award-winning makeup artist is bringing her vegan makeup brand, Sculpted by Aimee, to the UAE and KSA.
Unleash your inner beauty queen, UAE, and KSA! This vegan and cruelty-free brand is all about making makeup easier, so you can apply a bit and feel gorgeous without any fuss
Emirates Palace introduces dedicated vegan Rooms
Emirates Palace has announced the launch of a series of vegan rooms. This is part of its commitment to sustainability and meeting the changing preferences of its guests.
A Call For Help Saving Animals in Turkey Following The Earthquake!
We are here to request your support for Turkey Animal Save and the numerous stray animals who sustained injuries and are in urgent need of veterinary care in light of the numerous fundraisers already in place.
Why do some people in the region no longer Consume Dairy?
According to research published in The Lancet, lactose malabsorption is widespread in the Middle East; the prevalence is about 70% (57–83).
A vegan cheese producer in Bahrain has been awarded $32,000 in funding
Jomon for Food, a vegan cheese producer in Bahrain, has received $32,000 in funding. During the third episode of Beban Season 2, the investment arm of Hope Fund (Hope Ventures), and two venture capitalists invested in the company.
UAE's Freakin' Healthy adds clean-label vegan cheese spread to its line of HEALTHY products.
Freakin' Healthy, a UAE-based snack company, is expanding its line of healthy products with the introduction of plant-based cheese spread.
Veganuary kicks off in 2023 with a 154% spike in vegan meal requests on Emirates flights.
Emirates passengers are embracing plant-based cuisine, with the airline reporting a 154% increase in vegan meal requests on flights last year.
Veganuary: The demand for vegan meals on Emirates has skyrocketed!
Emirates, based in Dubai, has seen a surge in demand during Veganuary for plant-based meals and now offers a variety of vegan meals that can be ordered ahead of time.
BLACK SHEEP FOODS SPECIALIZES IN LAMB SUBSTITUTES, WHICH MAY BE POPULAR IN THE Middle East!
With this Series A funding, Black Sheep Foods will be able to bring their plant-based lamb to restaurants across the Middle east and introduce consumers to delicious, full-fidelity meat flavors while removing animals from the equation.
The discovery of a Dubai trainer sitting on a dolphin has sparked outrage
The video, shot at the UAE tourist attraction, shows a female trainer sitting on the back of a dolphin for about 6 seconds before diving into a pool. According to experts, the stunt could have easily damaged the dolphin's organs.